We are a unique social impact enterprise and think tank that drives sustainable development in underserved communities of Rajasthan through data-driven interventions. Working at the intersection of gender equity, education, and prison reform, we implement grassroots programs while generating research to inform effective policy, transforming Dholpur from an aspirational to an inspirational district.
Our Vision: 'Securing Futures' by fostering sustainable development and social equity in underserved communities to create resilient societies via a data-driven and systems-driven approach toward development.
Mission Driving sustainable change by combining grassroots action with research-led policy insights.
Our Impact:
As India's largest state by land area, Rajasthan holds immense untapped potential for progress on key developmental indices. However, targeted interventions are crucial to addressing persistent challenges.
We work with villages and panchayats across Rajasthan, focusing on low-income communities to create meaningful impact. We are proud to be incubated at IIM Bangalore’s NSRCEL and T-Hub, enabling us to scale impact through innovation and mentorship.
We align our work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contributing meaningfully to several priority areas.
We build pathways to economic security by equipping women and youth with foundational financial skills, employability training, and entrepreneurship capabilities that support income generation and long-term self-reliance.
We strengthen women’s and adolescents’ health, dignity, and agency by addressing menstrual health, public health awareness, safe water and sanitation, and community-led health education that supports girls’ participation in school and informed life choices.
We promote gender-sensitive citizenship and access to justice by challenging harmful norms, strengthening rights awareness, and supporting rehabilitation and reintegration for individuals and communities.
We deliver data-driven research to inform policy and amplify social impact. Our latest policy brief, Promoting Menstrual Health and Reducing Environmental Harm: The Case of Rajasthan, published by ORF, presents a strategic roadmap for scaling sustainable menstrual health solutions across low-income communities in India.
Madhu, a 25-year-old primary school teacher, had never experienced an open conversation about menstruation-until now. "For the first time, someone not only made me aware of menstruation but also spoke openly about managing health during this time. The counseling session was incredibly informative," she shares. Madhu received reusable pads during the session and quickly saw their benefits. "I liked them a lot-they can be washed and reused, which is so important," she says. Until now, no one had come to her village to openly discuss menstrual health. But through this session, she gained valuable knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions.
Rashmi, a first-semester B.A. student, joined the Jagan Foundation’s skill development programme after hearing about it from her college. “I came to know that it helps improve our skills, so I decided to participate,” she recalls. Through the programme’s 14 structured modules, Rashmi discovered practical tools for self-improvement. “I learned how to sit, how to stand, how to talk to others, and how to work in a team,” she says. The biggest change? Confidence. “My way of thinking has changed completely. I now feel inspired to share what I’ve learned with others,” she adds. The sessions didn’t just provide knowledge—they offered guidance and the motivation to pursue her dreams. “Thanks to the Jagan Foundation, I have the courage to turn my goals into reality.”
Mandana Kumari Sharma had never received detailed information about menstruation—until she attended the Jagan Foundation’s awareness session. “I learned so much,” she says. “I understood the menstrual process, about bleeding, the eggs, and the uterus. I also learned about the Yoni and how to maintain hygiene during periods.” Mandana was especially grateful for the menstrual kit she received, which included a reusable pad. “If you keep it clean, it lasts for a year,” she shares. She explains how she soaks it for 20 minutes, washes it thoroughly, and dries it in the sun to ensure cleanliness. “The session was very useful,” she says with quiet confidence. “Thank you very much.”
